- #1 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
82% matchVery Positive95% of 5,769 reviews2017
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 15.2 hrsMean: 50.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
At Thors Military Academy, Erebonia’s best learn everything from the art of war to liberal arts. First year Rean Schwarzer learns he’s been selected to join the controversial Class VII, and they’ll need to deal with more than just class warfare--they’ll need to safeguard their country from chaos.
Why similar: JRPG 38.2%, Turn-Based 16.8%, RPG 12.7%, Anime 12.5%, Turn-Based Combat 7.8%
- #2 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV
82% matchVery Positive91% of 2,414 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 54.5 hrsMean: 74.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The long awaited finale to the epic engulfing a continent comes to a head in the final chapter of the Trails of Cold Steel saga!
Why similar: JRPG 29.9%, RPG 24.1%, Turn-Based 19.5%, Anime 10.6%, Turn-Based Combat 5%
- #3 The Legend of Heroes: Trails into Reverie
80% matchVery Positive94% of 1,143 reviews2023
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 74.0 hrsMean: 85.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Three different legends are about to unfold! Determine the fates of Rean Schwarzer, Lloyd Bannings, and the mysterious “C” in this climactic chapter of The Legend of Heroes series.
Why similar: JRPG 31.6%, RPG 19.6%, Party-Based RPG 17.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, Anime 11.2%
- #4 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III
81% matchVery Positive91% of 3,135 reviews2020
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 51.7 hrsMean: 68.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Experience an epic story developed across three titles, and crafted for new and old fans alike. Also includes an interactive introduction to catch up new players to the ongoing story so anyone can dive right in to the world of Trails of Cold Steel.
Why similar: JRPG 30.5%, RPG 28.4%, Turn-Based 19.1%, Anime 9.8%, Turn-Based Combat 4%
- #5 The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki
78% matchVery Positive91% of 1,668 reviews2022
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 36.3 hrsMean: 43.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki is finally coming to Steam®! The sprawling Republic of Calvard is experiencing an unprecedented economic boom brought on by post-war reparations. Here is the beginning of a new "Trails (story)".
Why similar: JRPG 24%, Party-Based RPG 14.8%, RPG 11.3%, Foreign 10.2% ★, Anime 8%
- #6 The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki II KAI -The Erebonian Civil War-
79% matchVery Positive83% of 466 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 41.0 hrsMean: 93.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki role-playing game series is highly acclaimed by gamers all over the world for its elaborate character portrayals and epic storyline. The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki and The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki II have sold over 1 million copies in total.
Why similar: JRPG 31.4%, RPG 18.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, Party-Based RPG 10%, Anime 6.7%
- #7 The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki III
78% matchVery Positive83% of 606 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 50.0 hrsMean: 55.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki III, which takes place in the Erebonian Empire after the end of the civil war, is now available for PC!
Why similar: JRPG 33.3%, RPG 21.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, Party-Based RPG 9.6%, Story Rich 3.9%
- #8 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II
77% matchVery Positive93% of 3,055 reviews2018
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 38.6 hrsMean: 55.9 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Civil war has broken out across Erebonia. After his narrow escape from Trista, Rean will take up his sword again on a journey with his Divine Knight, Valimar, in search of his friends from Class VII and a way to end the conflict before its price becomes far too dear...
Why similar: JRPG 39%, Turn-Based 20.9%, RPG 14.1%, Anime 11.9%, Turn-Based Combat 4.1%
- #9 The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki I KAI -Thors Military Academy 1204-
76% matchVery Positive87% of 738 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 8.8 hrsMean: 67.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki role-playing game series is highly acclaimed by gamers all over the world for its elaborate character portrayals and epic storyline. The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki and The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki II have sold over 1 million copies in total.
Why similar: JRPG 35.2%, RPG 22.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.6%, Party-Based RPG 9.5%, Anime 7.6%
- #10 The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki Ⅱ -CRIMSON SiN-
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 957 reviews2023
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 49.6 hrsMean: 50.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Witness the sins spun by jet-black and crimson-- The Kiseki saga is finally here! Kuro no Kiseki II is loaded with unique content, including a variety of new challenges throughout the Republic of Calvard.
Why similar: JRPG 24.4%, Party-Based RPG 15.2%, RPG 11.8%, Foreign 9.8% ★, Anime 7.9%
- #11 OCTOPATH TRAVELER II
73% matchVery Positive94% of 15,902 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 14.8 hrsMean: 36.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
This game is a brand-new entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series, the first installment of which was initially released in 2018 and sold over 3 million copies worldwide.
Why similar: JRPG 27.4%, Turn-Based 25.3%, Party-Based RPG 14.8%, RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%
- #12 Chained Echoes
73% matchVery Positive89% of 7,722 reviews2022
Dev: Umami Tiger (Matthias Linda)Pub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 19.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Take up your sword, channel your magic or board your Mech. Chained Echoes is a 16-bit style RPG set in a fantasy world where dragons are as common as piloted mechanical suits.
Why similar: JRPG 29.5%, Turn-Based 26.1%, RPG 22.4%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%, Party-Based RPG 5.9%
- #13 FAIRY TAIL
75% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,807 reviews2020
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 29.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Magic x Guilds x RPG = ”FAIRY TAIL”! Based on the fantasy adventure comic about Natsu, a Dragon Slayer of the rowdy Fairy Tail magician guild, and his unique group of friends battling against unusual and memorable enemies.
Why similar: JRPG 24.2%, RPG 17.5%, Turn-Based 16.1%, Anime 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.5%
- #14 The Legend of Heroes: Kai no Kiseki -Farewell, O Zemuria-
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 965 reviews2025
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 50.0 hrsMean: 54.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The latest installment in the popular story-driven Kiseki RPG series is here! The 20th-anniversary title, The Legend of Heroes: Kai no Kiseki -Farewell, O Zemuria-, where the epic story of the continent of Zemuria takes a dramatic turn, is now available on Steam®!
Why similar: JRPG 26.9%, Party-Based RPG 16.9%, RPG 13.7%, Foreign 9.6% ★, Anime 7.8%
- #15 SaGa Frontier Remastered
74% matchVery Positive92% of 626 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 20.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The beloved 1998 RPG Classic, SaGa Frontier, is reborn with improved graphics, additional features, and a new main character!
Why similar: JRPG 38.2%, RPG 20%, Party-Based RPG 19%, Turn-Based 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 6.5%
- #16 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 3rd
74% matchVery Positive95% of 2,445 reviews2017
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 13.0 hrsMean: 33.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Half a year after Trails in the Sky SC, Father Kevin Graham takes on a routine mission on behalf of the Septian Church. He and his partner are then plunged into a realm that follows an unnaturally strict set of rules and is as intent to open old wounds as it is to keep them behind closed doors.
Why similar: JRPG 38.2%, Turn-Based 20.8%, RPG 16.5%, Anime 10.9%, Turn-Based Combat 4.7%
- #17 OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,117 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 18.8 hrsMean: 43.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Start from zero and discover the newest entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series. Experience a story of restoration and retribution over the divine rings—an epic saga that unfolds across the realm of Orsterra.
Why similar: JRPG 32.8%, Party-Based RPG 20.4%, RPG 20%, Turn-Based 12.9%, Anime 6.4%
- #18 The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,027 reviews2023
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 53.6 hrsMean: 63.5 hrs≥1hr: 98%
The Special Support Section is back with more members and more cases to solve! How will this rag-tag group deal with the oncoming threats to Crossbell’s political stability while maintaining their team’s foundation?
Why similar: JRPG 42.6%, RPG 21.9%, Turn-Based Combat 16.5%, Anime 13.2%, Story Rich 4.7%
- #19 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,205 reviews2015
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 14.2 hrsMean: 40.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Picking up shortly after The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, Estelle travels across Liberl in search of Joshua. The journey involves more than seeking loved ones, however, as the Bracer Guild also tasks her with unraveling the mysteries behind the newly unveiled Society of Ouroboros.
Why similar: JRPG 42.4%, RPG 13.6%, Turn-Based 13.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%, Anime 10.5%
- #20 SaGa SCARLET GRACE: AMBITIONS™
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 305 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
With the fate of the world uncertain, follow the journey of Urpina, Taria, Balmaint, and Leonard as they call on their might and set out to carve a new future. Take charge and shape your own adventure with ultimate freedom of choice.
Why similar: JRPG 25.7%, Turn-Based 19.5%, RPG 18.2%, Anime 10.1%, Party-Based RPG 9.3%
- #21 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky
72% matchVery Positive94% of 10,215 reviews2014
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Hailed as one of the largest, longest and most meticulously detailed turn-based JRPG series of all time, this first chapter in the ongoing Trails saga sets the stage for what's quickly become Ys developer Nihon Falcom's most popular and best-selling franchise in their entire 30+ year history.
Why similar: JRPG 46.5%, Turn-Based 17.5%, RPG 12.4%, Anime 11.2%, Story Rich 3.8%
- #22 OCTOPATH TRAVELER™
71% matchVery Positive86% of 16,351 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 47.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Eight travelers. Eight adventures. Eight roles to play. Embark on an epic journey across the vast and wondrous world of Orsterra and discover the captivating stories of each of the eight travelers.
Why similar: JRPG 36.2%, Turn-Based 26%, RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, Anime 3.4%
- #23 BRAVELY DEFAULT II
70% matchVery Positive81% of 1,981 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 25.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A new entry in the “Bravely" series! Four new Heroes of Light emerge in a new world and story!
Why similar: JRPG 40.1%, RPG 18%, Turn-Based Combat 16.7%, Fantasy 6.3%, 3D 5.7%
- #24 Atelier Lydie & Suelle: The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings DX
69% matchVery Positive91% of 403 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 12.7 hrsMean: 40.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%
The definitive edition of the Atelier "Mysterious" series at a new price, with brand new content and various DLCs! "Atelier Lydie & Suelle" is the 3rd instalment: after discovering a mysterious painting, Lydie & Suelle get closer to their dream of running the best atelier.
Why similar: JRPG 35.3%, RPG 21.1%, Turn-Based 13.3%, Anime 9.9%, Turn-Based Combat 7.1%
- #25 The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki IV -THE END OF SAGA-
69% matchVery Positive86% of 514 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
THE LEGEND OF HEROES: SEN NO KISEKI IV -THE END OF SAGA, the final chapter of the story-driven RPG series SEN NO KISEKI, is finally here!
Why similar: JRPG 41.9%, RPG 30.1%, Turn-Based Combat 16.5%, Anime 5%, Story Rich 4.6%
- #26 The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,456 reviews2022
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 43.0 hrsMean: 46.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
When Lloyd Bannings is assigned to Crossbell's Special Support Section, he and his new teammates must prove themselves as they fight to overcome the injustice of a city gripped by corruption.
Why similar: JRPG 41.5%, RPG 20.3%, Turn-Based Combat 18.4%, Anime 14.1%, Story Rich 5.1%
- #27 Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book DX
68% matchVery Positive90% of 982 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 31.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The definitive edition of the Atelier "Mysterious" series at a new price, with brand new content and various DLCs! "Atelier Sophie" is the 1st instalment: a chance encounter between Sophie and a sentient book Plachta takes them on an adventure to recover Plachta's memories.
Why similar: JRPG 36.7%, RPG 18.6%, Turn-Based 14%, Anime 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 6.7%
- #28 DRAGON QUEST® XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age™ - Definitive Edition
68% matchVery Positive93% of 11,452 reviews2020
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 37.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The Definitive Edition includes the critically acclaimed DRAGON QUEST XI, plus additional scenarios, orchestral soundtrack, 2D mode and more! Whether you are a longtime fan or a new adventurer, this is the ultimate DQXI experience.
Why similar: JRPG 36.5%, Party-Based RPG 17.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, RPG 13.4%, Fantasy 4.7%
- #29 Fairy Fencer F Advent Dark Force
69% matchVery Positive85% of 2,376 reviews2017
Dev: IDEA FACTORYPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 43.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Long ago, a war raged between two powerful deities. Each was sealed away, their weapons scattered throughout the world. Our hero in this RPG, Fang, happens upon one such weapon and now he alone must choose which deity will awaken again!
Why similar: JRPG 32.7%, Anime 16.1%, Turn-Based 15%, RPG 14.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11%
- #30 Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven
64% matchVery Positive93% of 4,493 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 12.2 hrsMean: 28.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
In this non-linear RPG, rule and expand the Empire of Varennes across multiple generations. Discover a vast array of story experiences as you fight the Seven Heroes in an epic battle that plays out over thousands of years.
Why similar: JRPG 38.4%, Party-Based RPG 20.5%, Turn-Based 11.5%, RPG 7.3%, 3D 5.1%
- #31 Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk DX
67% matchVery Positive92% of 534 reviews2020
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 44.9 hrs≥1hr: 71%
"The promise begins." The "Dusk" series, a trilogy of RPG titles from Gust's popular Atelier series, tells the story of a world on the verge ruin, told from the perspective of its unique characters. The 1st title in the series "Atelier Ayesha" is now available as a deluxe version.
Why similar: RPG 42.2%, JRPG 24.7%, Anime 9.4%, Turn-Based 8.7%, Turn-Based Combat 6.3%
- #32 Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg
65% matchVery Positive89% of 384 reviews2023
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 67%
It's not about saving the world. In this "leisure adventure RPG," failing student Marie pursues alchemy, adventures, and quests while aiming to graduate in five years. "Atelier Marie," the origin of the Atelier series, has been remade with new elements!
Why similar: JRPG 36.4%, RPG 17.7%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%, Turn-Based 11.4%, Anime 9.5%
- #33 Atelier Escha & Logy: Alchemists of the Dusk Sky DX
67% matchVery Positive90% of 375 reviews2020
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 21.0 hrsMean: 56.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%
"The promise is entrusted to two alchemists..." The "Dusk" series, a trilogy of RPG titles from Gust's popular Atelier series, tells the story of a world on the verge ruin, told from the perspective of its unique characters.
Why similar: RPG 41%, JRPG 23.2%, Turn-Based 10.3%, Anime 10.2%, Turn-Based Combat 6%
- #34 Atelier Lulua ~The Scion of Arland~
66% matchVery Positive90% of 587 reviews2019
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 79.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%
The long awaited 4th installment of the popular "Arland" series that had begun with the "Atelier Rorona"! In this new story, players will revisit the nostalgic world of Arland and embark on exciting journey of alchemy together with Rorona's daughter, Lulua.
Why similar: JRPG 38.1%, RPG 21.1%, Anime 17.4%, Turn-Based 12.2%, Fantasy 4.6%
- #35 The Legend of Heroes: Ao no Kiseki KAI
65% matchVery Positive95% of 461 reviews2022
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 42.2 hrsMean: 56.3 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Set in the autonomous region of Crossbell, the epic RPG Ao no Kiseki: Kai, which tells the story of the Special Support Section, is now available on Steam! The Steam version features 60 fps support + high definition picture & sound for an enhanced gameplay experience!
Why similar: JRPG 43.6%, RPG 31.5%, Turn-Based Combat 17.8%, Story Rich 5.1%, Singleplayer 2%
- #36 Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream
64% matchVery Positive94% of 2,528 reviews2022
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 20.5 hrsMean: 64.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A mysterious story of a mysterious dream ... This is a story about one of the adventures Sophie the Alchemist had after she left her hometown of Kirchen Bell.
Why similar: JRPG 29.7%, Turn-Based 20%, RPG 13.4%, Anime 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12.2%
- #37 Sora no Kiseki the 1st
61% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 8,317 reviews2025
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 26.0 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Kiseki series, a story-driven RPG that began in 2004, the landmark first installment, The Legend of Heroes: Sora no Kiseki FC (First Chapter), is receiving a full remake!
Why similar: JRPG 30.8%, Party-Based RPG 18.6%, RPG 15%, Anime 9.1%, Turn-Based 7.4%
- #38 The Legend of Heroes: Zero no Kiseki Kai
65% matchVery Positive91% of 625 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 28.9 hrsMean: 42.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Set in the autonomous region of Crossbell, the epic RPG Zero no Kiseki: Kai, which tells the story of the Special Support Section, is now available on Steam! The Steam version features 60 fps support + high definition picture & sound for an enhanced gameplay experience!
Why similar: JRPG 42.1%, RPG 33.4%, Turn-Based Combat 17.5%, Story Rich 5%, Singleplayer 2%
- #39 Tales of Xillia Remastered
63% matchMostly Positive79% of 451 reviews2025
Dev: DOKIDOKI GROOVEWORKS, Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Experience Tales of Xillia, remastered for the first time ever. Dive into the magnificent world of Rieze Maxia as either Jude Mathis, an aspiring medical student from the capital, or Milla Maxwell, a mysterious woman accompanied by four powerful spirits.
Why similar: JRPG 36.5%, RPG 23.6%, Party-Based RPG 19.8%, Anime 13%, Fantasy 6.2%
- #40 Metaphor: ReFantazio
62% matchVery Positive90% of 40,313 reviews2024
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 46.9 hrsMean: 56.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
After his assassination, the will of the late king decrees the next monarch to be elected by the people. Forge bonds and win over a kingdom divided in this award-winning fantasy RPG with turn-based and action combat, party customization with powerful Archetypes, and hours of exploration.
Why similar: JRPG 31.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, RPG 14.7%, Party-Based RPG 13.5%, Anime 13.1%
- #41 Persona 4 Golden
62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 83,876 reviews2020
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 12.9 hrsMean: 44.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A coming of age story that sets the protagonist and his friends on a journey kickstarted by a chain of serial murders.
Why similar: JRPG 38.2%, Party-Based RPG 13.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, Anime 11.8%, RPG 10.2%
- #42 Dragon Star Varnir
65% matchMostly Positive79% of 602 reviews2019
Dev: Idea Factory, Compile HeartPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Fight in 3-tiered battles, devour your enemies, and customize your characters in this epic RPG to end the dragon's curse!
Why similar: JRPG 39.7%, RPG 26.1%, Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, Anime 14.2%, Fantasy 3.4%
- #43 Atelier Meruru ~The Apprentice of Arland~ DX
64% matchVery Positive95% of 319 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 78.6 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Third release in the Arland series. Princess of the small frontier country of Arls, Meruru plans to use alchemy to stimulate the growth of her small country. Use Synthesis, Explore, and Battle to increase the population within the time limit and boost the advancement of the kingdom.
Why similar: RPG 32.5%, JRPG 28.3%, Anime 12%, Turn-Based 11%, Turn-Based Combat 6.4%
- #44 Atelier Firis: The Alchemist and the Mysterious Journey DX
64% matchMostly Positive75% of 459 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 43.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%
The definitive edition of the Atelier "Mysterious" series at a new price, with brand new content and various DLCs! "Atelier Firis" is the 2nd instalment: after Firis encounters alchemy and is able to leave town, she is taken on a magical journey that has no limits.
Why similar: JRPG 35.1%, RPG 23%, Turn-Based 11.5%, Anime 10.8%, Turn-Based Combat 7.3%
- #45 The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon
58% matchVery Positive93% of 543 reviews2026
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 74.7 hrsMean: 73.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The future of an entire continent is at stake in this milestone entry in the Trails series! Explore the vast Calvard Republic with three different protagonists, nurture connections, and master powerful skills in both real-time and turn-based battles as you uncover the secrets at the core of Zemuria!
Why similar: JRPG 34.5%, Party-Based RPG 20.2%, RPG 17.5%, Anime 11.1%, Fantasy 5.8%
- #46 Persona 3 Portable
60% matchVery Positive81% of 5,467 reviews2023
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
If I say there’s an hour “hidden” between one day and the next... would you believe me? Master the power of the heart, Persona, and uncover the tragic truth of the Dark Hour.
Why similar: JRPG 30.4%, Party-Based RPG 16%, Turn-Based Combat 14.9%, RPG 14.1%, Anime 12.6%
- #47 Death end re;Quest
62% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,387 reviews2019
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 38.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Death end re;Quest takes the classic turn-based RPG and flips it upside-down. Switch between the RPG action of the game world and the visual novel segments of the real world. In the realm of game development, it may seem all fun and games until the lines between fantasy and reality begin to blur.
Why similar: JRPG 39.7%, Anime 19.6%, Turn-Based 16.9%, RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Combat 6.3%
- #48 The Caligula Effect: Overdose
63% matchMostly Positive73% of 609 reviews2019
Dev: FURYU CorporationPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Mobius. An idyllic world that lets people forget about the pain and problems of reality. Created by a sentient vocaloid program, μ (Mu), reality and fantasy have become blurred, allowing people to relive their high school years in bliss -- but just how real is a virtual happiness?
Why similar: JRPG 38.4%, Turn-Based 21.2%, RPG 20.8%, Anime 15.8%, Story Rich 2.9%
- #49 Tales of Graces f Remastered
58% matchVery Positive89% of 903 reviews2025
Dev: TOSE CO., LTD.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 22.3 hrsMean: 37.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Tales of Graces f is back with a beautiful and easier-to-play version! The game also includes Lineage and Legacies, an after-story to the main scenario!
Why similar: JRPG 37.6%, RPG 19.5%, Party-Based RPG 15.9%, Anime 13.8%, Fantasy 8.3%
- #50 Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition
61% matchVery Positive81% of 4,791 reviews2019
Dev: QLOCPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Tales of Vesperia and the return of this fan-favorite with the Definitive Edition!
Why similar: JRPG 53.5%, RPG 21%, Anime 16.7%, Fantasy 4.4%, Story Rich 3.4%
- #51 Atelier Lydie & Suelle ~The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings~
60% matchVery Positive92% of 546 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 146.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
"Lydie and Sue are twin sisters who live in the Kingdom of Adalet, and they aim to make their atelier the best atelier in the kingdom. One day, they discover a certain Mysterious Painting that will eventually become the very key to realizing their dream... A new Mysterious story to mark the 20th anniversary of the Atelier series!
Why similar: JRPG 42.7%, RPG 28.6%, Anime 19.6%, Turn-Based 8.5%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #52 Persona 5 Royal
56% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 125,068 reviews2022
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 32.1 hrsMean: 65.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Don the mask and join the Phantom Thieves of Hearts as they stage grand heists, infiltrate the minds of the corrupt, and make them change their ways!
Why similar: JRPG 38.7%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, Party-Based RPG 13.5%, Anime 12.1%, RPG 10.3%
- #53 Trials of Mana
58% matchVery Positive91% of 5,644 reviews2020
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 20.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D.
Why similar: RPG 45.8%, JRPG 32.5%, Anime 11.6%, Fantasy 4.5%, Party-Based RPG 3.4%
- #54 Atelier Totori ~The Adventurer of Arland~ DX
60% matchMostly Positive80% of 374 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 57.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
The second release in the Arland series. In a search for her missing mother, Totori tours the world of Arland as an adventurer accompanied by her friends. Use Synthesis, Explore, and Battle to fulfil requests, raise her rank as an adventurer and venture into brand new lands.
Why similar: JRPG 31.7%, Turn-Based 18.6%, RPG 14.2%, Anime 12.6%, Fantasy 7%
- #55 Atelier Shallie: Alchemists of the Dusk Sea DX
59% matchVery Positive89% of 258 reviews2020
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 19.5 hrsMean: 58.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
"A story of two girls fulfilling their wishes." The "Dusk" series, a trilogy of RPG titles from Gust's popular Atelier series, tells the story of a world on the verge ruin, told from the perspective of its unique characters. The 3rd title in the series "Atelier Shallie" is now available as a deluxe version.
Why similar: RPG 46.6%, JRPG 20.1%, Turn-Based 10.1%, Anime 8%, Turn-Based Combat 7%
- #56 Atelier Rorona ~The Alchemist of Arland~ DX
59% matchVery Positive92% of 699 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 51.4 hrs≥1hr: 74%
First release in the Arland series. The main character Rorona must save her Atelier from being closed by the Kingdom. Using Synthesis, Exploration, and Battle, gain recognition for the Atelier and save it from being closed.
Why similar: JRPG 40.7%, RPG 25.7%, Anime 13.1%, Turn-Based 7.6%, Turn-Based Combat 4%